H43.8 – Other disorders of vitreous body
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of vitreous body and globe
ICD-10-CM code
H43.8
- Code
H43.8(claims format:H438)- Description
- Other disorders of vitreous body
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 7. Diseases of the eye and adnexa (H00-H59)
- Block
- H43-H44 Disorders of vitreous body and globe
- Parent codes
- H43
Billable codes under H43.8
H43.8 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- H43.81 – Vitreous degenerationHeader (more codes below)
- H43.82 – Vitreomacular adhesionHeader (more codes below)
- H43.89 – Other disorders of vitreous bodyBillable
Notes for H43.8
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- proliferative vitreo-retinopathy with retinal detachment (H33.4-)
Excludes2 (not included here):
- vitreous abscess (H44.02-)
Related codes in H43
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code H43.8?
H43.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other disorders of vitreous body, in the block H43-H44 (Disorders of vitreous body and globe).
Is H43.8 a billable code?
No. H43.8 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
What category does H43.8 belong to?
It belongs to category H43 – Disorders of vitreous body.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.